Civil Engineer Looking To Transition to REI

[Evan Comilloni]

Hi Everyone! 

I'm a civil engineering consultant who has been in the industry for about 3 years since graduating college. I work in the NYC metropolitan area. At this point, I'm realizing that being an engineering consultant is not for me and I'm looking for a career change. I have been doing a lot of research on REI and would like to start transitioning from civil engineering to real estate. I have my EIT certification and I'm about 1 year away from having enough experience to take the PE exam for my license. My work experience is construction admin & oversight for land development projects (working with/managing contractors is a big part of my job), reviewing site plan applications for compliance with local and state code, and civil design (mainly stormwater).

My question to you all; what kind of career can I transition to where I can use my engineering background to gain real estate experience while still working towards the PE exam? 

Thank you everyone, stay safe!

[Lane Kawaoka]

@Evan Comilloni

I used to be an engineer but it took me 7 years to get to 11 rentals. My suggestion is to keep working the day job because its good money but use the money to buy rentals. Reach out if you have specific questions.